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As Alberta Holds a Referendum on Separatism, Premier Danielle Smith Has Alienated Both Sides

As Alberta Holds a Referendum on Separatism, Premier Danielle Smith Has Alienated Both Sides
NYT World Monday 19 October 2026, 09:02 UTC By Ian Austen 1 min read
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Danielle Smith, the premier of Alberta, in Calgary last year.

Danielle Smith, the premier of Alberta, in Calgary last year.
Alberta (LOCATION) Danielle Smith (PERSON) Calgary (LOCATION)
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